Usman Khawaja's Appeal Denied by ICC Over Black Armband in Cricket Test Match Against Pakistan

Usman Khawaja, the opening batsman for Australia, experienced a blow when the International Cricket Council (ICC) denied his appeal against the punishment he received for donning a black armband during the first Test match against Pakistan, according to a report on Sunday.

The International Criminal Court (ICC) censured Khawaja last month for donning a black armband in remembrance of the children who have perished in the ongoing war between Israel and Palestine since October of last year.

Being the first Muslim player for Australia in Test cricket, the 37-year-old Pakistani native had contested the criticism, claiming the armband was worn in memory of a personal loss.

On the other hand, the Sydney Morning Herald reported on Sunday that "Usman Khawaja’s reprimand for wearing a black armband onto the field during the first Test against Pakistan in Perth will stand after the International Cricket Council rejected his appeal against the sanction..."

This was "according to a source close to the situation who wished to remain anonymous ahead of any public announcement being made" .

Cricket players are not allowed to wear signs supporting political, religious, or racial causes during international matches, according to ICC regulations. Players may, however, wear black armbands to commemorate the passing of departed teammates, loved ones, or other noteworthy people provided the governing authority has given its previous consent.

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